FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic LS5
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Released July 2010
- Also Known as FinePix F305EXR
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Revealed July 2011
FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic LS5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the F300EXR (1/2") and LS5 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe F300EXR was announced 12 months before the LS5 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the F300EXR matches up vs the LS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Panasonic LS5
F300EXR | LS5 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the FujiFilm F300EXR
LS5 | F300EXR | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | July 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and Panasonic LS5
F300EXR | LS5 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm F300EXR features outer dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic LS5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the F300EXR versus the LS5.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the F300EXR and LS5 is 91 and 94 respectively.
FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the F300EXR and LS5.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The F300EXR using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic LS5 will show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older F300EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix F305EXR | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-07-21 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lbs) | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 160 images |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery ID | NP-50 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $280 | $294 |